17 Nigeria Army Died why Battling Against Terrorists in Niger State

In a joint operation, troops of the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Air Force successfully thwarted an attempted incursion by terrorists into Bangi community in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State on June 24, 2025.





The operation, which was based on credible intelligence, led to troops engaging about 300 armed bandits in Kwanar Dutse Forest. The terrorists had attempted a night-time transit towards Kwatankoro Forest, where they were reportedly planning coordinated attacks on surrounding communities or looking for a safe haven to evade the pressure from ongoing operations in Zamfara State.

The Nigerian Air Force conducted precision airstrikes on the terrorists' withdrawal routes, delivering accurate heavy bombardments on identified terrorists' locations. Although the exact number of casualties could not be ascertained, multiple blood trails along their escape routes presumably indicate significant enemy losses.


Regrettably, 17 brave and gallant soldiers paid the supreme price during the encounter, while 10 others sustained varying degrees of injury. The wounded personnel have been evacuated to a military medical facility, where they are receiving treatment and are in stable condition.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Oluwafemi Oluyede, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen heroes. He has also directed the military medical teams to ensure the best possible care for the injured troops and tasked relevant departments to engage with the families of the gallant warriors.

The Nigerian Army remains resolute in its mission to secure all communities and protect the lives and property of all citizens across the nation. The military will continue to work tirelessly to see an end to terrorism, banditry, and other forms of criminality plaguing our society.

Members of the public are encouraged to continue supporting the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts by providing timely information to security agencies by any means possible.



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